Fry Bread
Fry Bread
This bread is used as the basis for Navajo Tacos & can also be folded over a stuffing & eaten as a s&wich
At special events through the Southwest they are cooked in large round pots over open mesquite fires by Native Americans
3 cups all-purpose flour
3 tsps baking powder
1 tbsp shortening, lard or vegetable oil
1 tsp salt
3/4 cup warm water
Measure dry ingredients into a deep mixing bowl
Add shortening & knead with h&s until dough is in small pea-size pieces
Add warm, not hot, water & knead with h&s until dough is smooth & leaves sides of bowl
Knead at least 5 min
Cover with a clean dish towel, & place in a warm place to rise for 30 min
This is the secret for tender fry bread
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